Divine Throne of Apocalypse and Slaughter

Black-Veiled Girl looked utterly astonished.

She had never expected Long Xingyu to make such a request.

The City of Slaughter had stood for over a thousand years. It had seen its share of powerful people, even Titled Douluo.

But even those beings, with their Soul Skills sealed, wouldn't dare act so brazenly as to say, "I don't want the new arrival's protection period."

How could the man before her dare?

Just because he had killed the Black Knight moments ago?

Though she couldn't understand it, the guide smiled and nodded. The City of Slaughter didn't indulge anyone.

She turned and walked away, leaving Long Xingyu alone. Before long, hostile gazes gathered around him.

"Random killing isn't allowed in the outer city, so I'll leave that for later."

"This area seems more stable than the others."

"I'll stay nearby. First, I'll finish the basic outline of the teleportation array, then I'll try the Hell Slaughter Field."

As a member of the Holy Demon Federation's advance team, Long Xingyu had mastered the basics of array inscription and terrain surveying. Both were required coursework.

He was highly skilled in such matters. As he strolled along with the guide, he had carefully observed his surroundings and ultimately chosen a site.

That was why he had given up his protection period.

How could he set up the arrays with an outsider following him?

He moved into a secluded stone house and seized every moment, prioritizing the construction of concealment and camouflage arrays.

Compared to a large-scale teleportation array, this was much simpler. In less than half a day, he had everything ready.

Several mysterious figures hid in corners along the street, watching Long Xingyu in secret, but they noticed nothing unusual.

They belonged to the Enforcement Squad and took orders from the Black Knight Title Holder. Their job was to monitor newcomers and see what made them special.

But they waited for more than half a day.

In the end, they had no choice but to conclude that Long Xingyu simply wasn't coming out.

What was this guy planning? No one could make sense of it.

He had made a show of killing the patrol squad when he entered the city, then voluntarily given up his protection period. They had assumed he was either a troublemaker or had some other purpose.

And that was it? He wouldn't even enter the inner city, just huddled in an outer-city stone house, getting ready to eat his fill and wait for death? Why come to the City of Slaughter at all?

"You. Go back and report this to our superior. Ask what we should do next."

One of the mysterious figures left, and the message soon reached the higher-ups. The Black Knight Title Holder was just as baffled.

"Leave two people to watch him for a few more days. The rest can come back. What a waste of effort."

After some thought, the Black Knight Title Holder relaxed his guard, deciding that Long Xingyu was all bark and no bite.

The City of Slaughter had seen plenty of people like him. They acted tough before coming in, then immediately lost their nerve once they arrived.

He didn't ignore Long Xingyu entirely, but he couldn't be bothered to keep a close eye on him. If the man really did try something, they could suppress him then.

The interlude was over. Everyone went back to their own business.

Long Xingyu had noticed he was being followed long ago.

He could use his spiritual power freely, let alone his perception. Who could hide from the eyes of a Divine Throne Knight?

First, he used an illusion to disguise himself, then he set up a concealment array. That way, even if a powerful person spied on him, they wouldn't see what was really going on.

Afterward, he immediately moved on to the next step.

Besides a teleportation array, he also needed to build a communication array.

When he met Lin Feng again, excitement shone on Long Xingyu's face as he eagerly reported to his father-in-law.

"Your Majesty, I've successfully infiltrated the city. Everything's gone smoothly, though a few little rats are keeping an eye on me."

"How are things with Hao Chen? I noticed on my way here that the Heaven Dou Empire seemed to be moving a large force. Is everything all right?"

Lin Feng had always trusted Long Xingyu.

The situation in the City of Slaughter didn't surprise him at all.

From here, Long Xingyu just needed to follow the plan and spend time and effort inscribing the arrays. That would be enough to complete the mission.

After all, that place was a chaotic mess, filled with perverts, oddballs, lunatics, schemers—just about every kind of person imaginable.

Long Xingyu might be unusual, but he was hardly the most unusual. The patrol squad and Enforcement Squad would probably give up watching him after a few days.

"The Heaven Dou Empire has surrounded Sunset Forest, but it's nothing to worry about."

"Chen Zidian's Special Operations Team has arrived. They're more than capable of handling the threat."

"But you... don't just focus on inscribing the arrays. Remember to visit the Hell Slaughter Field when you have time."

"The City of Slaughter is brutal, but it's an ideal place for your growth. I expect you to obtain Divine Slaughter's Domain."

"As for the outside world, I'll have Chen Zidian stir things up and draw the native forces' attention to Sunset Forest. That'll make things easier for you."

Lin Feng gave him a few simple instructions and finalized the plan.

Long Xingyu had talent, and he was worth cultivating.

He was Lin Feng's son-in-law now, after all. If his strength fell short, Lin Feng would lose face too.

Once he passed the trial of the City of Slaughter and obtained Divine Slaughter's Domain, the Divine Throne of Apocalypse and Slaughter would make him a decent fighter.

"I understand. Don't worry, I won't let you down!"

Long Xingyu understood. After thinking it over, he adjusted his plan.

Enough time had passed. He should go out and look around; staying indoors all the time would only seem suspicious.

Before that, though, he had to conceal the unfinished array markings to keep anyone from sneaking in while he was away.

Once everything was in order, he headed for the inner city. There were no guards between the inner and outer cities, so people could move freely between them as long as they followed the rules.

Soon, he reached the Hell Slaughter Field.

To obtain Divine Slaughter's Domain, he had to win a hundred consecutive matches.

The surroundings grew even more hostile. Even walking alone along the street, Long Xingyu was ambushed twice.

Naturally, with his spiritual power and mental strength to rely on, the attacks were meaningless. He killed his assailants with ease.

This drew plenty of attention, especially when people noticed him standing at the registration desk. Whispers spread through the crowd.

Among them were two members of the Enforcement Squad. They were the only ones still assigned to watch Long Xingyu, and they immediately reported what they saw.

"Oh? He's finally going to compete?"

"I thought he planned to keep hiding."

"Have a few people sneak into his house and inspect his belongings. If they find nothing, leave him alone."

"If he can't survive the Hell Slaughter Field, then all those little schemes of his are useless. If he really does win, the great King of Slaughter won't care what he's thinking, either."

The Black Knight Title Holder sneered and casually issued his orders.

Several days had passed since Long Xingyu arrived. He had nearly forgotten about him.

Now that he'd received the report, he was only mildly interested. He couldn't be bothered to watch in person. Knowing the result was enough.

"My lord, that man won his first match. He completely crushed his opponent—no one could withstand even one blow!"

"He didn't use any Soul Skills, but judging by his physical abilities alone, he must be a Titled Douluo, just like you, outside the City of Slaughter!"

At those words, the Black Knight Title Holder finally stirred.

He raised an eyebrow, but showed no sign of panic.

After all, this was the City of Slaughter, the domain of the King of Slaughter.

Except for those who had special permission, no one could use Soul Skills here, not even a Titled Douluo.

His opponent might be powerful and able to defeat him outside, but in this special environment, he couldn't cause much trouble.

Not even Qian Renxue and Bibi Dong had anticipated an invasion from another world, let alone the Black Knight before them. Habitual thinking could be fatal.

"My lord, that man has signed up again!"

"He's sitting in the Hell Slaughter Field. Does he have no intention of leaving?"

"Even here, we haven't seen a freak like this in a very long time. Are you really not going to take a look?"